Lucas Radebe, former South African football international and concert participant, said: "We in South Africa are blessed to be hosting two first-time events - the FIFA World Cup held on the African continent and the first FIFA World Cup Kick-off Celebration concert.

"I believe these historic events will go a long way towards uniting the people of our rainbow nation in South Africa as well as further strengthening our relationships.

"Music and sports are the lifeblood of African culture, so to combine those in this historic event will be a true celebration of African culture."

The event will take place the night before the first match on June 10, at the newly renovated Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg.

"We are thrilled to have a concert of such magnitude and performing talent raise the curtain on the first FIFA World Cup in Africa. It is testament to the universal and unifying power of football and music, and will start the competition off on the right note - of celebration," said FIFA secretary general Jérôme Valcke.